Community

Jangu Nundhirribala

Jangu Nundhirribala, was born in East Arnhem Land and has spent most of her life in the Numbulwar community.

Known as the ‘Matron of Numbulwar’, as a young woman she was chosen to train as an assistant in nursing at Darwin General Hospital and on completion of her training, returned to Numbulwar where she worked for the next 20 years. Jangu Nundhirribala completed further training to become an Aboriginal Health Worker and later a Senior Health Worker.

In 2014 she was awarded for her lifetime service to the community with a Care and Compassion medal at the NT Pride of Australia Awards.

Jangu has also coordinated a respite care service in Numbulwar, has worked at the Numbulwar School as a translator, and today represents the Numburindi Artists Association

ANKAAA acknowledges the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia & recognises their continuing connection to land, waters & community. We pay our respects to them & their cultures; & to elders both past & present.